MEWA 2024, a first-of-its-kind exposition in India, is set to host a two-day trade meet on the 16th and 17th of February. Organized under the aegis of India’s recently established Nuts & Dryfruit Council of India, this event will feature the largest-ever representation from the Nuts & Dryfruit Trade of India. The two-day showcase aims to highlight the immense potential of India’s vibrant, highly diversified, and the world’s fastest-growing Nut & Dryfruits market.
The significant participation confirmation from delegates, including key figures in the international trade scene, underscores India’s increasing prominence in the global trade of Nuts & Dryfruits. This event provides a platform for interaction between Indian Buyers, Sellers, and Industry Leaders with the international trade community.
Historically, similar events have taken place in globally renowned locations with limited involvement from Indian participants. Aligned with the Prime Minister’s “Make in India” vision and the objective of bolstering and advancing India’s food processing infrastructure, these endeavors aim to shift the focus towards India. In the upcoming years, this initiative will bring the nuts & dryfruit industry to Indian shores, providing a platform to exhibit the burgeoning potential of the evolving Indian market.
MEWA 2024, spearheaded by NDFCI, endeavors to unite India’s Nut & Dryfruit Trade, a significant portion of which remains unorganized. The objective is to create a unified voice and harness the collective strength of its members, ultimately tapping into the full potential of India’s rapidly expanding market to benefit all stakeholders.
Gunjan Jain, the President of NDFCI, expressed excitement about the anticipated higher growth prospects in the coming years. She envisions India’s market expanding to nearly one lakh crores in the next five years, a substantial increase from the current level of about fifty-six thousand crores. India holds a prominent position as one of the largest importers and consumers of cashews, dates, peanuts, and almonds, closely followed by raisins, dried figs, and walnuts. The consumption of dry fruits witnessed a remarkable 20% increase in 2023, marking the most significant surge in the past five years. This noteworthy upswing is attributed to heightened health consciousness among consumers in the post-pandemic period.
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Speaking during the press conference, Sameer Bhanushali, Chairperson of MEWA 2024, said, “As a passionate proponent of India First, India Foremost, MEWA India 2024 is not just a trade show; it is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the remarkable potential within the nuts and dry fruits industry. The event, slated for two impactful days, offers a golden opportunity to connect with industry leaders, buyers, sellers, and international delegates, showcasing the dynamic landscape of the Indian nuts industry.”
MEWA 2024 presents a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights through engaging panel discussions, enlightening fireside chats, and informative product-led seminars. The trade show also serves as a networking platform, facilitating connections with service providers and exporters and fostering meaningful relationships within the industry. With participants from over 20 countries, MEWA 2024 is set to host 200+ exhibitors and 3000+ attendees, promising to advance the industry by promoting research, innovation, production, trade, and consumption. Positioned as a global platform, MEWA 2024 is on track to redefine standards and promote collaborative growth in the nuts and dried fruits sector.
